Location

Situated at the Southern tip of the Island, close to Port St Mary and separated by the Sound and Calf Of Man, both villages were prosperous fishing villages where tourists flocked in their droves for summer holidays to the unique scenery and mystical charm of Port Erin, unfortunately through time things have changed but people are now starting to re-discover the Isle Of Man.

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Port Erin

Port Erin can still boast of its beautiful safe sandy beach and clean bay enclosed by natural scenic headlands, with Bradda Head and Milner Tower towering above the entrance to the bay. On a clear day look across the bay and you can see the Mountains of Mourne in Ireland and in the evening the sunsets are magical and unforgettable.

There is something for all. Bars and eateries for evenings out, the home of the Manx Steam Railway and Museum, 18 hole Rowany Golf Course, bowls, cycling, water-sports and of course walks. Port Erin Arts Centre which has concerts and festivals throughout the year.

The Surrounding Area

Port Erin is close to many heritage sites:

Close by you have Cregneash Folk Museum/Village and the Sound were you can watch the sealife around the Calf Of Man

Castletown you’ll find Castle Rushen, Old House Of Keys. Viking Burial Sites and Castletown Golf Links at Fort Island, at one time until recently ranked within the top 100 in the Uk

Rushen Abbey

10 miles from Peel, St Johns were you’ll find Tynwald Hill were the Manx Ceremony takes place every year July the 5th (unless sunday it goes to the monday)

We have plenty of safe beaches nearby, glens, mountains, and of course costal walks with stunning scenery and views all year round, and I would love to say the sun shines all year! Sorry, but if you stand on any beach or beach head with a severe wind blowing it is breathtaking

Airport is at Castletown 5 miles away and Douglas for the Ferry 15 miles away, both served by regular bus service or taxis

We are local and lived here all our lives and are only too glad to share all our knowledge with you to ensure you have a holiday to enjoy. Come and see why the island is known as the ‘Jewel in the Irish Sea’.